Refurbished or not?

Do you have any idea how many mobile phones are discarded per year? Many people only want the latest gadgets and think the tablet or iPhone they bought last year is already slow and outdated. Fortunately, there are companies that offer refurbished phones. Tech Trade is one of those companies. But what are the pro’s and con’s of buying a second-hand device? What reasons do people have for buying a mobile phone that already had a previous owner? What are the risks when you buy a used phone or tablet? And how does buying a used device work? We would like to tell you some more about these things. Maybe we’ll able to change your mind about new or old devices.

What is a Refurbished Phone?
A Refurbished phone or tablet is a device that already had a previous owner. It has been used before, although the company selling the refurbished device has cleaned it up in such a way that it seems new. They have also wiped all of the previous owner’s data, files and personal details. You won’t be faced with stuff the previous owner has downloaded. You can download your own apps and enter your own contacts. The device has been restored to factory settings so you won’t even notice someone else has been using this phone before you.

Why Would You Buy a Refurbished Phone?
First of all, a refurbished phone is cheaper than a new mobile device. You’ll be able to save money if you are satisfied with a mobile phone that might not be the latest iPhone or Samsung Galaxy. In any case, if will be in such a state that it might last a couple of years. You’ll have a phone that is as good as new. Buying a refurbished phone is also good for the environment. It saves the production of jet another new phone while an older one might be perfectly fine after a company sell these devices has taken care of it. And not only mobile phones or tablets can be refurbished. Almost all kinds of electronics can be refurbished. Think of photo cameras, computers, laptops, video cameras and so on. Wipe the memory of the device, replace some of its parts if needed and your piece of electronics will be as good as new. You won’t even notice it has been used before.

The Risks of Buying a Refurbished Phone
There are, of course, a few downsides about buying a refurbished phone. First, the device will not be the latest model. It has been around for a while and you do need to keep in mind that it might be outdated a bit sooner. Another downside is that your device might not last as long as a new one. It might still work for months or even years to come, but it has already lived a life.

Sell Your Own Mobile Phone
You can also sell your own unwanted device. Even if the mobile phone or tablet had been damaged beyond repair, parts or the machinery can still be used in other devices.